50 Best Wine Bars near Renton

“The owners are the best. Good service and great food.“

“Excellent food and service“

“Drumroll Wine is such a lovely addition to downtown Renton! With a great location, great space & atmosphere, great wines, & a great staff - - it truly is a great meet up location! I really enjoy their special events, too! Highly recommend!“

“I drive all the way from Federal Way to shop here. The owners are very helpful, nice people. Free wine tastings. They also have good beers on tap. Check out All Things Wine and the Stupid Wine Deals are worth the trip.“

“I’m fairly new in the city. I’m a graduate of Northwest Wine Academy originally from Houston Texas. I went into The Wine Alley looking for a Loire Valley Chenin Blanc but Jim’s knowledge and passion led me to a phenomenal Sardinia Vermintino. Thanks Jim for making me feel welcome I will continue to do business with you! Cheers my friend!“

“Absolutely FANTASTIC food and the service is top notch! Our server Veronica was FABULOUS and David the bartender made my daughter the fanciest mock tail! Treat yourself and enjoy the experience!“

“The peaceful atmosphere here combined with delicious food makes the meal memorable.“

“An exceptional wine bar. A very intentional space created for intimate conversations and connections to be made. I went here with my friend for her birthday and it was such a relaxing and fun environment. You’ll have to look at the menu board, but if you don’t know what to drink, ask! They are so well-verse in their menu selection and have great recommendations. We had a true girl dinner, a full charcuterie board with glasses of red wine. Everyone, including the patrons, are so nice! You can definitely start a conversation at the bar counter and make a new friend. The owner, David, has created such an incredible space attracting such genuine people and will offer you life advice if you want it or just amazing cheese recommendations. You won’t regret coming here!“

“I am blown away by how good this place is. Not even exaggerating, best Italian food in Seattle.

The spinach cannelloni they had tonight was an absolute dream. I am BEGGING them to make this permanent on the menu. I’m going to be craving it.“

“We look forward to a return to normal so we can enjoy this place more!“

“Always great food we go there often for date night😋🤫“

“Great service and great food! Stopped by for oysters and ar drinks and was not dissapointed! Small spot but you can find a spot later at night before they close. The sides they use for oysters were spot on and unique. Will definitely be coming back“

“We Rise Wines is the wine bar Seattle has been asking for.

From the moment you walk in, you’re surrounded by stunning work from local artists, warm energy, and a curated selection of Black-owned and women-owned wines and beers (shoutout to Seattle’s own Métier Brewing). Owner Jamila Conley is a consummate host who has built something truly special here: a space where culture, community, and great wine coexist beautifully.

The events calendar alone is worth following. I’ve done drag bingo and Geeks Who Drink, and every time I leave with new friends and great memories. The tasty bites hit the spot, and whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting new ones, this is the place for it.

I haven’t even gotten to the wine club or tastings yet, which tells you how much there already is to love. We Rise is more than a wine bar. It’s an oasis.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“Young crowd. Very popular place. Noisy. We stood out with our white hair, but were treated so nicely we felt quite at home. The idea seems to be that you drink a lot and eat a little. But it's possible to eat a lot and drink a little. We split a salad. My husband had a Mac n cheese, and I had a brisket ragout. We then split the posset dessert. I had a glass of wine and my husband had a non-alcoholic beer. All of the food was delicious, and so was my wine. The bill (including tax but not tip) came to $115. Recommend!“

“Valentina's Wine Bar is the perfect addition to downtown Bellevue. Nestled right on Main Street, it's been beautifully appointed and is the perfect spot to pop in for a glass of wine (or a pint of beer) and light bites. Her wine list is extensive and impressive -- think old world classics like Barolo, Chablis, and champagne with thoughtful local additions. We tried the flatbreads and were really impressed by those, too (ate them too quickly to snag a picture!). Valentina was serving when we went there and she's warm, knowledgeable, and clearly deeply passionate about good wines. We will definitely be back here!“

“My husband and I have had the pleasure of frequenting this business a few times! We were invited to attend a few live performances by two friends of ours. We LOVE wine. This business specializes in artisinal and small-batch wines from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. DELICIOUS! Their appetizer menu is EXCEPTIONAL! Their service is IMPECCABLE!

If you are as enamored of fine wine as we are, check this beautiful business out! You will find it worth your time. And much, much more!“

“Great wine bar pouring Alexandria Nicole Cellars wines from Horses Heaven Hills AVA!“

“BFV is a fun place. The wine is good, and the waiters know what they are doing. What’s not to like? 😀“

“For years we’ve said all Perrinville was missing was a nice little tasting room, and we’re SO happy Elsom stepped up to the plate.

I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening yesterday with my beautiful (9 months pregnant) fiancée and my mother. We were immediately welcomed with pours of the 2023 Albariño and the Rosé, and the staff went out of their way to walk us through their non-alcoholic and snack options for my fiancée. That kind of attentiveness set the tone for the whole visit.

The Albariño had the perfect summertime lightness with just the right note of tartness, smooth with a little bite. The Rosé was right there with it.
Since we live a 10-minute walk away and plan on being regulars, we skipped the agonizing-over-the-menu phase and just ordered the first three bites: the mixed nuts, the salmon bites and the cucumber mango salad. We also got to try the truffle popcorn and finished with the lemon cake. (Apologies in advance if I butcher the names, forgot to snap a pic of the menu.)

Everything is prepared with such care and attention to balance that someone with a trained palate will absolutely notice, but even the most casual eater will want to finish every last crumb.

A quick sidenote on truffle: it feels like every place slaps it on fries or popcorn now, and usually so heavy-handed that it bulldozes everything else on the plate. Honestly, I’ve gotten a little tired of it. So I want to be clear, Elsom’s popcorn with truffle salt is perfect. The truffle is a whisper, not a shout, exactly how it’s supposed to be used. It’s dusted with a sharp white cheese powder that makes finger-licking impossible to resist. The ladies got mad at me because I demolished most of the basket. Worth it.

The mixed nuts (I think maple, rosemary and cayenne?) were awesome. Rosemary is another ingredient I usually avoid because it tends to bulldoze a dish. Not here. The nuts came out warm, the cayenne made these little cameo appearances between bites, and a sip of wine washed it all down beautifully. We’ll be ordering these every visit, and if they ever bag them up to take home, consider us stocked up for life.

The salmon bites were incredible. Salmon, roe and avocado on a crispy little square of rice that was seared on both sides for the perfect textural contrast, finished with pickled red onion and a refreshing thin slice of radish. I was hungry and went one-biter. Lesson learned. Definitely a two-biter next time lol.

The cucumber mango salad was confusing in the best possible way. How do these flavors work together this well? I think I tasted chives? Mint leaves? It shouldn’t compute, but it did. I love when a dish challenges my palate, and this one was a magic trick. I got told to slow down and save some for the rest of the table. Sorry ladies.

The lemon cake was brought out by the owner herself because she felt bad about a slightly longer wait, which honestly we didn’t even notice, we were having too good a time. It was a lovely gesture, and the cake itself was another ode to balance: sweet, light, citrusy and the perfect level of moisture. Gone before I could stop myself. Sorry again ladies.

We are absolutely thrilled to have Elsom in the neighborhood and can’t wait for evening walks down to the tasting room and their future dinners and events.

Service was incredible. The atmosphere was nothing but good vibes. The wine was excellent, and the food was creative without trying too hard to be different, which is the hardest balance of all to pull off.

Welcome to Perrinville. We’re so happy you’re here.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“What an incredible experience at Browne Family Vineyards Bellevue!

The wines were outstanding, and the whiskey selection was equally impressive—each pour showcasing the quality and craftsmanship the Browne family is known for.

What truly set this place apart, however, was the hospitality. The service was warm, genuine, and refreshingly authentic.
A special thank you to Brendan, who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. His knowledge, recommendations, and friendly personality added so much to the experience and made the evening feel personal rather than transactional.
It’s rare to find a place that combines exceptional wine and whiskey with such sincere and memorable service.
We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Bellevue.“

“Fantastic wine selection paired with lovely charcuterie options. Love going there to see Friday evening music, especially when Chris Stevens is playing!“

“I had such a great experience at JOEY Southcenter due to our lovely server McKenna. She was patient although I am extremely indecisive and she helped me make some great choices!“

“An absolute gem in Seattle. Ben treated us like family. Extensive wine list of amazing area wines and a fantastic menu of snacks to accompany the wines. Great value and a relaxed atmosphere. A must do!!!!“

“So much fun and so knowledgeable! You can get a Champagne flight, a sparking wine flight, and or a wine flight. The champagne and wine was delicious, and I really appreciated the knowledge they shared. The music is also lots of fun and the place is a comfy place to hang out.“

“I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to taste Washington wine and cozy place.

This place is bit distant from the center of Capitol Hill that it was quiet, which I enjoyed very much.

Me and my company tried flights; tasted 4 different wines. The manager explained every bottle of wine nice and in detail. Overall, it was a great experience.“

“We loved the frozen drinks! The vibe was chill, the staff were welcoming and friendly, and the food was tasty. We will be back!“

“If you are in the mood for elegant, vintage drinks with a whimsical (truly whimsical) twist - look no further - thus is your stop, for a sip - or two, or... We had the Chai Old Fashioned and the Last Word... If the devil is in the details - so are the companions of Bacchus - the REAL maraschino cherry in the Last Word and the massive ice cube in the Old Fashioned confirm how serious thus place is about its drinks reputation. Also, the Cherry and Apricot Salad gave us that so very needed connection with the local farmers' produce, it being a delightfully crispy concoction of bitter radicchio and peppery greens, smoothed by a pungent goat cheese and vanilla balsamic vinaigrette.The bread and the sharp olive oil were especially appreciated with the salad. We love gelato, but ordered the blackberry sorbet and did not regret it since it came with a solid chunk of anise biscotti - an excellent pairing for the double espresso. Our waiter, Troy, made us feel well attended, but not even once did he overdo it.“

“One of the most unique wine bars in Seattle. If you want something different this is the place to go. Phenomenal selection of Italian wines that you could probably only find here.Incredibly knowledgeable staff was incredibly friendly and stepped through every wine they served.Definitely take your wine loving friends here.“

“This restaurant is for the rebels, the rockers, the rule-breakers hankering to order illegal cheese. People who are aren’t afraid of BUTTER, FAT, RICH goodness. No white tablecloths or fussy service will be found here. You are here to eat. And the food is great.“

“The best macaroons I have ever tasted #bestofseattle“

“With out any doubt this is best restaurant I have ever had the pleasure of being at in the world. OMG this place is so well organised. The staff are absolutely brilliant. This place is a special visit for everyone. Book early to avoid disappointment.“

“Great expresso martini! Try 2!“

“Tried this very special “takeout only omakase sushi box”, Edomae style ( use cured/aged fish, and red vinegar seasoning in rice). The executive chef, chef Ryo, has worked in many renowned restaurant including Michelin star sushi restaurant “Sushi Sho”. Before joining this new restaurant “Ltd Edition Sushi” in capitol hill, he worked side by side with chef Nakazawa-an icon of edomae style in Japan, at both Sushi Sho Tokyo and Sushi Sho Honolulu. The sushi omakase box and kids fish bowl are both very sophisticated, the curing and aging techniques brings out the deep complex flavor of each fish and gives each fish this extra tender texture, the taste profile as such is hard to find here in Seattle. Chef sake flight ( we tried Haneya Junmai Ginjo and Hidakami Junmai today), one is floral and one on the dry side, pair with his sushi very well. Sushi is in a very elegant wooden box and everything you will need for the experience including a separate soy sauce dipping dish is prepared for the guest. This is, truly, a perfect omakase takeout experience. 💕💕😋“

“Nice people’s and great place for have fun 😎“

“I was in town for a special event, I haven't been here before and was amazed with every aspect of my experience. our server Charles was utterly fabulous. he was very knowledgeable, thoughtful and prompt. he made it feel like we were old friends. the steaks were perfectly cooked. I am 4 and 1/2 years sober, and to go out and enjoy an exquisite meal and only drink water can be a drag, but you all had an amazing selection of mocktails, my partners and I enjoyed immensely. I took the time to thank Charles for everything and got to meet Justin, letting him know how wonderful everything was. this will definitely be a regular stop anytime I visit.“

“This was a nice place. Probably wouldn't pick it myself, but met some friends here. The food menu was weirdly put together but I got the chowder in a bread bowl, my wife got a burger and fries. Burger and fries was ok nothing special really. My chowder was cold, and our friends chowder was as well, they sent them both back. The drinks were good. If I go back it would probably be just for drinks.“

“Have been wanting to come here for a while and finally came by for a pre-work coffee. The barista made my espresso perfectly and was great to chat with. The vibes in here are spectacular, not too loud, free Wi-Fi, and I love the upstairs seating area!

There weren’t many food options left but I think I just visited too late in the day!

Will definitely be back here very soon.“

“If you can snag a reservation here, do it — but honestly, even if you can’t, they hold a few tables each night for walk-ins, and it’s so worth the wait. The Pink Door is one of those rare places that’s somehow both trendy and timeless. Every corner feels thoughtfully curated — chic, eclectic, and a little bit artsy — and when the live music starts, it’s pure magic. We were lucky enough to be seated in the back dining room overlooking the Ferris wheel and the Salish Sea, and the view alone could’ve made the night. But then came the food — and wow. From the appetizers to the pappardelle pasta and rabbit (plus alllll the bread), everything was beyond delicious. Huge shoutout to our server, Jeannie, who was amazing — warm, attentive, and clearly loves what she does. We left already planning our next visit. This place is beautiful, delicious, and full of charm. We’ll definitely be back!“

“My wife and I went for the fixed menu with wine pairing. We have never felt so welcomed in a restaurant. The greeting and the farewell were both very nicely done. Stunningly delicious, original and creative food. The vibe was excellent. Lots of very nice touches. A truly superb experience. I'm deliberately not saying too much nor adding too many photos, because I don't want to be a spoiler.“

“The best Italian food in Seattle. The focaccia is probably the best bread I’ve ever had. The heirloom tomato and nectarine marinara is a revelation. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Delicious cocktails and eats, friendly neighborhood place. cozy, when you can go inside!“

“Highly recommend making a reservation. Staff here was very friendly, engaging and funny. We did not have a reservation but they sat us outside with a friend's stroller/baby in tow.

We ordered the caramelized carrots, the sauce from the carrots was amazing added to every pizza we ordered.

The siliccsa pizza was great and the pistachio pizza was a surprise hit. We loved everything we ordered.“

“I found this elegant coffee shop near where I'm staying on Beacon Hill. The place is laid out in a very comforting and relaxing fashion, serving well prepared coffee drinks and a great selection of pastries.

They also have a full wine bar which makes it a great place to come anytime of the day. The staff was super friendly and made us feel very welcome. I will definitely be visiting periodically since it's an enjoyable place to hang.

It is located within easy walking distance of the beacon Hill links stop. I recommend the place highly.“

“Ramie offers a modern take on Vietnamese cuisine that really stands out from the usual spots. As Vietnamese ourselves, we were extremely impressed by the quality of the ingredients, the craftsmanship behind the dishes, and the attentive service.

The bánh tiêu was a pleasant surprise—served with butter and packed with rich sesame flavor. The balut duck egg dish was creative and beautifully executed, while still keeping the traditional flavors intact. The garlic noodles were another highlight: freshly made in-house and cooked perfectly al dente. The chicken dish was also fantastic, super flavorful and paired nicely with grilled kale.

Overall, a really memorable dining experience. Ramie does a great job blending tradition with a modern approach, and it’s definitely a place we’d recommend checking out.“

“Great food and great service. Our little is already asking to go back. She loved her ceaser salad and Chocolate cookie and said she really liked our waiter, he was funny.“

“Fantastic food, vibes and service. Moored here in our boat and looked forward to going there each day. Thanks“

“Food and service was amazing. Highly recommend“

“Excellent Asian fusion cuisine. Exceptional service.“

“Delicious brisket pho for lunch today! Server was nice and service was great!“

“Our neighborhood go-to for a reason. My wife and I live nearby and Verrazano's has become one of those places we just keep coming back to. It's the kind of Italian restaurant that feels like a real find — upscale enough for a special evening but comfortable enough to be a regular.

I always order the spaghetti and a Caesar salad, and both are consistently excellent. The spaghetti is classic, done right, with generous portions. The Caesar is crisp and well-dressed. And don't skip the grilled garlic bread — it's incredible. Simple dishes, but that's where you really see the quality of a kitchen, and Verrazano's nails it every time.
The drinks are a highlight too. I'll usually have a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned over the course of dinner, and the bar does a great job with both. My wife rotates between a Moscow Mule and a glass of Browne's Cabernet, and she's always happy. It's a well-curated cocktail and wine program that doesn't get enough credit.

The views of Puget Sound and the Olympics from the deck are a huge bonus — especially during golden hour. Add in attentive, personable service and a warm atmosphere with white tablecloths and you've got everything you need for a great night out.

If you're in the Federal Way area and love Italian food, don't sleep on this place. Five stars.“